Welcometo
Our Place
Coming Soon - Our New Buffet!

When
Professor/psychologist;
Dr. Susan Larsen's son Blakely graduated from the outstanding special
needs program at Villa Park High School, she was at a loss as to what
he was to do with the remainder of his time. Blakely has Autism and is
Intellectually Disabled, yet has a disposition of angelic warmth and
kindness. After much consideration, she came up with the idea to open a
restaurant given that Blakely loves to cook and socialize with others.
The main goal of Blakely’s Chicken and Pizza is to ensure a warm and
welcoming environment for all; while providing the freshest, most
delicious, high quality and economical food possible. Combined, our
highly experienced chefs have over 120 years of experience. We hope you
enjoy the true authentic flavors of Mexico that separate us from the
widespread chains and franchised restaurants. Everything on our menu is
prepared from scratch daily.

It’s
worth noting that over 98
percent of the wait staff at Blakely’s Chicken and Pizza, are college
students. Dr. Larsen’s goal in hiring her friendly staff is to provide
college students with secure employment so that they can successfully
complete their endeavor of higher education. Additionally several of
our greeters, bus staff and other employees are special needs
individuals just like Blakely. We here at Blakely’s Chicken and Pizza,
genuinely thank you for dining with us. Please know that each time you
eat here, you too are supporting the mission of inclusiveness and
higher education. A portion of the profits from the sale of the 2 for 5
“Grab and Go” snack bags and fruit/veggie salads go to providing
employment for our disabled friends. Blakely’s Tee-shirt sales with the
same goal are forthcoming. We truly hope that you join us in spreading
the word about Blakely’s Chicken and Pizza to others in our grand
community of Orange, California.